Fixing News Instead of Breaking News What would our world be like if we had fixing news instead of breaking news? This thought hit me while I was watching a commercial for a TV news station. Flashing on the screen were graphic and tragic scenes that happened in peoples’ lives around the world. The news…… Continue reading Fixing News Instead of Breaking News
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Twist of Coil in Analog Blog
Twist of Coil in Analog I had to put in Analog blog – it rhymed. I’m rhyming because I’m excited like green eggs and ham, oh yes I am! My story ‘Twist of Coil’ is in the December 2014 issue of Analog Science Fiction and Fact. My author’s copies came in the mail, and I…… Continue reading Twist of Coil in Analog Blog
The Spooky Truth of Being a Writer Mom
The Spooky Truth of Being a Writing Mom I know Halloween is over, but it’s still on my brain as I keep scarfing down chocolates and candies. Here are my thoughts about what it means to be a writer – ugly guts and all. Evil Mastermind Commitment to Evil For a long time I…… Continue reading The Spooky Truth of Being a Writer Mom
Punny Halloween Costumes from Head to Feet
Covered from Head to Foot with Punny Halloween Costumes Okay, I have more punny costume ideas percolating in my head for Halloween. Here are some ideas that cover you from head to feet for October 31st! They are quick, easy and punny. 🙂 Did I say I love puns?! I know, I’m so corny…which brings…… Continue reading Punny Halloween Costumes from Head to Feet
Punny Homemade Halloween Costumes
Punny Homemade Halloween Costumes Halloween Outfits Based on Popular Sayings Looking for an easy and humorous DIY costume for Halloween? Here are some quick homemade outfits that are easy and fun for anyone. I love puns and I love Halloween. So, here are some simple costume ideas that are easy to do and that are…… Continue reading Punny Homemade Halloween Costumes
Postmedia Takeover Could Lead to Post-Mortem on Quality Journalism
Scary News Here’s something scary just in time for Halloween. Having one company holding the majority of our media like an overflowing bag of candy they can’t wait to eat up. The quality of journalism is already dying. Now I fear the zombie news apocalypse is upon us! I’m speaking tongue-in-rotting-cheek, but the feeling of…… Continue reading Postmedia Takeover Could Lead to Post-Mortem on Quality Journalism
How to Get Toddlers to Clean Up
Tips to Help Kids Tidy Their Toys Tired of picking up toys scattered around the house by little ones? Toddlers can learn to clean up after themselves. The key is to make them feel “all grown up” and have fun with helping around the house. It’s never too early to help kids learn about cleaning…… Continue reading How to Get Toddlers to Clean Up
Nobody’s Perfect Program for Parents
Nobody’s Perfect Parenting Program Looking to tune up your parenting skills or get some support on a parenting issue? If you are a parent of young kids in BC, you might want to check out a Nobody’s Perfect parenting program. Nobody’s Perfect is a free, helpful and fun way to improve your parenting skills, meet…… Continue reading Nobody’s Perfect Program for Parents
Pippi Longstocking Parenting
Pippi Longstocking Parenting Pippi Longstocking Parenting I owe Pippi Longstocking for more than my love of long striped socks and over-sized boots. What I remember best about this red-headed wonder child — more than her eccentric fashion, super strength and gold stockpile – was her epic fibbing. Now as a parent, Astrid Lindgren’s famous…… Continue reading Pippi Longstocking Parenting
How to Get Over Writer’s Block
HOW TO GET OVER WRITER’S BLOCK Getting Around Writer’s Block I know there’s debate about whether writer’ block really exists. But, whether it does or not, there will always be days when you feel like all your creative juices have gone. Somehow they leaked out your ears, formed a puddle on the floor and then…… Continue reading How to Get Over Writer’s Block